What happened: Arsenal claimed a huge 1-0 away win over West Ham at London Stadium on Sunday, with Leandro Trossard scoring the winner in the 83rd minute. The match was scoreless at halftime and after the hour mark, but Arsenal finally broke through late to secure three points in the Premier League run-in.
Why it matters: The win is significant for the title race, keeping Arsenal top with only a few matches left and maintaining pressure on Manchester City. It also landed in the same high-stakes spot highlighted in Guardiola's focus on Arsenal's trip to West Ham, with every result now carrying direct championship implications.
By the numbers: Arsenal improved to 76 points from 35 matches, while Manchester City were on 71 points from 34 matches after their 3-3 draw at Everton earlier in the week. West Ham entered the day 17th on 32 points. Arsenal had beaten West Ham 2-0 in the previous league meeting on October 4, 2025.
What to watch: Watch Manchester City's next result and whether Arsenal can finish the job over their final two league matches. West Ham's next fixtures will also be crucial as the relegation fight tightens.